Godfather
Whiskey · Rocks
Scotch and amaretto over a large rock — two ingredients, no fuss. Said to have been favored by Marlon Brando and canonized in the 1970s.
| Glass | Rocks |
| Garnish | None |
| ABV | 30% |
| Category | classic |
| Flavor | nutty, sweet, smoky, simple |
Ingredients
- Blended Scotch Whisky2 oz
- Amaretto0.75 oz
Method
- Add Scotch and amaretto to rocks glass with large ice cube
- Stir gently to combine
- No garnish
Pro Tips
- Scotch + amaretto — two ingredients, served over a large cube.
- Disaronno is traditional; Lazzaroni is smoother and more almond-forward.
- Use a mellow blended Scotch — peaty single malts fight the almond.